Martin found an excellent balance of vintage appointments and modern playability with their Standard Series 000-28. The neck has a very contemporary profile, and combined with the 24.9″ string scale it’s one of easiest playing Martin models ever. The antique white binding, herringbone top trim, and vintage-style tuners and neck inlays give it a distinctly vintage vibe, while the scalloped top bracing helps deliver a rich response with plenty of volume even when using light gauge strings.